Composting

What is composting?

Composting is a great way to reduce your food waste and environmental impact. But it can also seem like a stinky, daunting task that only residents with big yards and lots of time can do. But thanks to a new program being offered by the City of Farmers Branch Department of Sustainability and Public Health, you don’t even need to have a compost bin at home to participate in composting!

Farmers Branch residents can bring compostable materials to the Citizens Collection Center (CCC) at 1399 Valley View to be collected by and composted at Recycle Revolution in Dallas.

What is compost?

Compost is decayed organic matter — and "organic matter" is a wide-ranging term. A branch can be organic matter, but so can a banana peel. When you mix a bunch of these items in a compost pile they break down naturally into a nutrient-rich fertilizer that helps gardens grow.

Where should I keep my compost waste until I bring it to the CCC?

There are many options for people who want to compost by dropping items off at a collection center! Store food scraps in a container on your kitchen counter (there are options with odor filters) or in your freezer. Storing food waste in the freezer prevents odors by stopping the process of decay. Then when your container is full, empty it at the CCC during its regular business hours. It’s that easy!